Dhaka, Nov. 6 -- BNP will observe what it calls 'National Revolution and Solidarity Day' on Friday, marking the 'civil-military uprising' of November 7, 1975, with due respect.

On this day in 1975, amid political unrest, soldiers and civilians together freed then Chief of Army Staff Ziaur Rahman from captivity in Dhaka Cantonment, paving the way for him to come to power.

On November 2, BNP announced a 10-day programme to mark the day extensively, aiming to highlight its true historical importance.

Besides, BNP's associate bodies and all its units across the country will arrange various programmes, including discussions, cultural events, photo exhibitions, distribution of educational materials among orphan students, and the release of d...